Tim Ward

Let’s build a Wellington that works and feels like home.

Wellington faces a severe infrastructure deficit, and rates are rising. We need spending that delivers; on pipes, housing, and public spaces; but also on the soul of our city.

My 30+ years building iconic venues like Matterhorn and San Fran taught me how to navigate council regulation, manage tight budgets, and deliver under pressure. The arts aren’t a luxury; they are our competitive edge, driving foot traffic, jobs, and civic pride. We can fix the foundations and keep our soul.

If I am elected, you’ll see safer streets, faster consents, and a city that backs its doers. I’ll fight to cut the red tape that stifles progress, ensure that our council listens, and invests with purpose. So Wellington remains somewhere you can afford to live, and still love to live in.